On beam scales part two

[sparker]

I recently purchased an M5. Is there any marks that you use to indicate your work? In other words how would I know if you worked on this scale or not?

Send me a close up picture of the beam knives.

Scott Parker

 

[Wally270]

I have a Redding #2 that Scott tuned for me a few years ago. I couldn't believe the difference it made and how much it improved the scale. I use an Omega Powder Trickler and an Omega Handy View to magnify the tiny marks on the scale. I have had great luck with the system. Scott is a stand up guy. He was a big help to me. Keep up the good work Scott!

Steve

 

[dickn52]

pm'd

 

[amlevin]

Q: Will one of your scales reduce my ES and SD?
A: in most cases, yes. However, the chronograph and other loading practices must be up to the task.
In other words, dont expect my scale to make up for using mixed headstamp brass, etc.

Heard a guy griping recently how his Sartorius scale was still not getting his loads uniform enough with ES/SD's in the low single digits (where he wanted them). What was he using to measure his speeds? An old Shooting Chrony that was so beat up he had to wiggle wires to get it to read.

 

[remdriver]

Scott which do you like better, a m5 or a
rcbs 1010?

Thanks Will

 

[ramesrames]

What is purpose of screw with washer on large poise?

 

[sparker]

What is purpose of screw with washer on large poise?

The washer determines the position of the main poise.

Scott Parker

 

[sparker]

Scott which do you like better, a m5 or a
rcbs 1010?

Thanks Will

Hi Will. An M5, hands down.

Scott Parker

 

[roband]

Scott is a Ohaus built 502 tunable? if so what are your fees?Seny a PM also
Thanks James

 

[sparker]

Scott is a Ohaus built 502 tunable? if so what are your fees?Seny a PM also
Thanks James

Yes, as long as it was made in the US. 502s tune up quite well. It is $85 to do the work.

Thank you.

Scott

 

[ramesrames]

Scott,

Can you pm or post your address? I'll try to buy scale on ebay and ship to you. Scale will be old vintage (M5, Redding) or RCBS made in USA.

Thanks.

 

[roband]

Yes, as long as it was made in the US. 502s tune up quite well. It is $85 to do the work.

Thank you.

Scott

Okmthanks scale and funds on gthe way.

 

[roband]

Okmthanks scale and funds on gthe way.

That did not turn out so well. Should read ok thanks, funds and scale on the way.

 

[CharlieNC]

Been using my tuned beam for about 2 years now. Over that time I have but it through the paces several times to insure zero and calibration stability, and satisfied myself that was no longer necessary. Viewing the indicator with a standard prism standing on end, and a Dandy trickler set on dead-slow rate, there is no problem achieving dead-on loads (meaning <.025 gr off as best as I can estimate). Also in this manner there are no over-charges to dump and restart. Using a cheap Lee Perfect dispenser the process is pretty quick, to the extent there is no way I could justify an auto dispenser to achieve lower quality results.

 

[sparker]

Been using my tuned beam for about 2 years now. Over that time I have but it through the paces several times to insure zero and calibration stability, and satisfied myself that was no longer necessary. Viewing the indicator with a standard prism standing on end, and a Dandy trickler set on dead-slow rate, there is no problem achieving dead-on loads (meaning <.025 gr off as best as I can estimate). Also in this manner there are no over-charges to dump and restart. Using a cheap Lee Perfect dispenser the process is pretty quick, to the extent there is no way I could justify an auto dispenser to achieve lower quality results.

Many thanks for the good report.

Scott

 

[JRS]

Hey, Scott,

I have been using my tuned 10-10 for a number of years now, and still have an M5 sitting here in the factory box. How backed-up are you right now?

 

[jpx2rk]

Yes, the middle poise rests on a folded flat section and also on the top portion of the slot that is cut in it. The issue is that there some variability in how that poise positions itself as the beam moves. This causes a lack of repeatability. Moreover, that poise is easily dislodged. That poise adjusts in whole grain increments! Yikes!

Scott Parker

But for your average re-loader, (or new and learning) is this an accurate scale that can be relied upon as long as you pay attention to the weighing process?? And thanks for the reply.

 

[zx10mike]

scott would you ship a tuned scale of yours to the uk ?

 

[sparker]

But for your average re-loader, (or new and learning) is this an accurate scale that can be relied upon as long as you pay attention to the weighing process?? And thanks for the reply.

My main issue with the modern 505 is the safety issue. The middle poise is insanely easy to dislodge. There is no good reason to own one other than it being free.

Scott Parker

 

[Matt in Virginia]

Scott,
Enjoyed our conversation the other evening. I respect the advice about the M5, however, with a Sartorius and two Chargemasters I am just finding it difficult to put that much in an analog scale at the moment. I took a close look at the like new, but old, RCBS/OHAUS 1010 that I have. The box says MADE IN USA on the bottom and the casting on the bottom of the scale says essentially Made by Ohaus in New Jersey. I know you recommend the M5, however, aside from the lack of primary need there is a rather heavy sentimental attachment to this 1010. How big of compromise is a 1010 relative to a RCBS 502? I am looking at a lot, a sales lot, of Reloading gear that has an old RCBS 502 in box. Is there anything in specific to look for? Which would you tune first the 1010 or the 502?

Regards, Matt Garrett
Chesapeake, Virginia